Abus Chains & Locks

[Noddy]

Can anyone point me in the direction of the 'cheapest' supplyer of Abus chain & locks? I haven't needed one till now... or should I say Saturday night between 20;45 hrs and 00;30 hrs............. need I say more!

F*****g scumbag b******s .

Lucky for me it was a little Y****a XT350 that I bought for work, but even more lucky for me was the fact that our normally usless Police Farce recovered it on Sunday, with all the usual damage, ignition lock, fuel cap, wiring etc. The scumbags also took the 12 month tax disc that I bought last week and the number plate! I guess that now means when it's back on the road, I will be stopped every 5 minuets for stealing my own bike !!!

By the way, the police do not like the term 'bodybag' being used when speaking about bike theives, I know because I got in trouble for uttering the terrible word. Who's side are they on? .. ah .. bodybag, bodybag bodybag there you go I said it again...

Enough whinging, locks, chiains, information please. Thanks.

[Mike Benis]

They aren't the cheapest, but Almax have the best locks and chains (the number III is more than enough for carrying around, the IV total overkill outside the garage).

Alex is a biker, gives good advice and still (I think) gives a discount to HDRGCB readers.

Sorry to hear about nuisance. Bodybag in the post.

ON second thoughts maybe a binbag would suit them better?

Mike

[DeuceBG]

I use an Almax too...never take it with me even though it came with a carry bag.
Maybe if I had a trailer.....
Good chain though but cost around £90.
I even lock it up when the bikes are out of the garage in case some scrote breaks in and nicks the chain itself..

[FBB]

After the theft of one of my Fatboys, I got a ground anchor from these people (Peak Security): Peak Motorcycle Security - Supply and install bike alarms, immobilisers and security devices throughout the UK
They even come & fit it into the ground for you.

Chain & lock from Almax. Series III chain & Squire SS65C lock:
All Products --- Almax Security Chains Ltd

Chain through the frame of the bike, then through the ground anchor. It may be stating the obvious, but a chain through the wheel is no deterrent. Wheels can be taken off. Sorry to hear you've had a problem Noddy, but thankfully you got it back. I never saw mine again! Nor did I ever get a visit from the Police after reporting the theft.. Just a crime number & a letter 2 weeks later saying they were putting it on file. Useless

[Urrell]

Have a look at Sound Distribution. They have all sorts of bike security and have some very well priced security packages including Abus. I obtained mine there and the insurance company have given me very good prices as most is Thatcham or Sold Secure etc. accredited.

Motorcycle Security , Alarms, Locks Chains, Garage Door Security at Sound Distribution

[Noddy]

Thanks for the info guy's. I looked at all of the ideas.

I did order an abus chain from M&P, BUT not the padlock to go with it! I was looking on the net at other sites and found a company called PVR DIRECT at PVR Direct.co.uk or phone 0871 2003033, they just happen to be based in Bristol as well! Use the 'search by brand' button and type in Abus..... job done.

The abus padlock from M&P was just over £70, but the same padlock from PVR Direct was £40.47p and that makes one hell of a saving. I hope this may be of help other people.

[Killer]

Very interesting reading about locks & chains but be warned It is very very easy to remove any substantial lock or chain without any forced mechanical means. I have no intention of explaining how this is done on this forum for obvious reasons but if you rely on this method as the sole security over night in a shed or garage then you need to alarm the building with a PIR out of reach from intruders. The bowden cables are more difficult to attack but if you use a padlock whether it is hardened or ablloy then you are at risk.

Durring daylight hours in the open with the general public around then fine use your lock and chain.

For those of you thinking about how this is done I can tell you it creates very little noise !

[cut throat]

Originally Posted by Killer

Very interesting reading about locks & chains but be warned It is very very easy to remove any substantial lock or chain without any forced mechanical means. I have no intention of explaining how this is done on this forum for obvious reasons but if you rely on this method as the sole security over night in a shed or garage then you need to alarm the building with a PIR out of reach from intruders. The bowden cables are more difficult to attack but if you use a padlock whether it is hardened or ablloy then you are at risk.

Durring daylight hours in the open with the general public around then fine use your lock and chain.

For those of you thinking about how this is done I can tell you it creates very little noise !

yes it is easy if u have the right kit and the kit is easy to make

[daddykemp]

Originally Posted by Killer

Very interesting reading about locks & chains but be warned It is very very easy to remove any substantial lock or chain without any forced mechanical means. I have no intention of explaining how this is done on this forum for obvious reasons but if you rely on this method as the sole security over night in a shed or garage then you need to alarm the building with a PIR out of reach from intruders. The bowden cables are more difficult to attack but if you use a padlock whether it is hardened or ablloy then you are at risk.

Durring daylight hours in the open with the general public around then fine use your lock and chain.

For those of you thinking about how this is done I can tell you it creates very little noise !

As an expert then, what do recommend for total security other than a PIR and/or sleeping with the bike cuddling a smith and wesson?

[Killer]

Originally Posted by daddykemp

As an expert then, what do recommend for total security other than a PIR and/or sleeping with the bike cuddling a smith and wesson?

See PM